KracRadio
← All artists
Jill Barber
Photo: Chris Barber · CC BY 2.0

Jill Barber

Origin
Port Credit
Born
1980
Genres
folk rock, jazz
Labels
Outside Music

Listen

Biography

Jill Barber (born Gillian Grace Barber; February 6, 1980) is a Canadian singer-songwriter from Port Credit, Ontario. Originally associated with the folk-pop genre, she has transitioned to vocal jazz in her more recent albums. She has released several albums since her debut, including 'A Note to Follow So' in 2002 and 'Homemaker' in 2023. In addition to her music career, she received the Lillian Shepherd Award for Excellence in Illustration in 2015.

Highlights

  • Born on February 6, 1980, in Port Credit, Ontario.
  • Notable albums: 'A Note to Follow So' (2002), 'Homemaker' (2023).
  • Awarded the Lillian Shepherd Award in 2015.

Discography

  • A Note to Follow So2002
  • Oh Heart · EP2004
  • For All Time2006
  • A New Kind of Light2007
  • Chances2008
  • Mischievous Moon2011
  • Chansons2013
  • Fool's Gold2014
  • Jill Barber Sings the Standards · EP2015
  • The Family Album2016
  • Metaphora2018
  • Entre nous2020
  • Homemaker2023
  • Encore!2024
  • A Holly Jolly Jill Barber Christmas2025

Awards

  • 🏆Lillian Shepherd Award for Excellence in Illustration (2015)

FAQ

How old is Jill Barber?

Jill Barber was born in 1980.

Where is Jill Barber from?

Jill Barber is from Port Credit, Ontario, Canada.

What kind of music does Jill Barber make?

Jill Barber makes folk rock and jazz music.

What are her biggest hits?

Some of her biggest hits include the albums 'A Note to Follow So' (2002) and 'For All Time' (2006).

Has she won any awards?

Yes, Jill Barber won the Lillian Shepherd Award for Excellence in Illustration in 2015.

Since when has she been active?

Jill Barber has been active since 2002.

LIVE